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01/09/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Biodegradable, compostable polymer films show promise for developing more eco-friendly packaging materials
German researchers recently unveiled the latest class of bioplastics that will help reduce the veritable mountains of plastic packaging waste. An Alpha Galileo article stated that the new biodegradable polymers would be durable enough to protect food and other products from the elements, while also being biodegradable in compost conditions. The new plastics are called […]
01/05/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Is the EPA violating federal law over fracking waste? Environmentalists say they might be
An article in Green Med Info reported that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is breaking the federal laws it is supposed to enforce. The federal agency has been accused of giving oil and gas companies free reign to use the Gulf of Mexico as a dumping ground for fracking waste. The Center for Biological Diversity […]
01/04/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Carbon is GOOD: MIT chemical engineers create a material that can repair itself using carbon from the air
Airborne carbon can one day serve as a resource to repair damage, maintain structural integrity, or even build entirely new parts. An article in Nanowerks reported the development of a polymer that can absorb carbon dioxide and make use of the resource to improve or expand itself. The new material is similar to a liquid […]
01/04/2019
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By Edsel Cook
New design suggests a solution for next-gen fusion power plants
One of the biggest issues when it comes to designing practical fusion power plants is finding a safe and efficient way to cool it down. MIT researchers have proposed using high-temperature superconducting magnets to expel dangerous heat from the reactor, an article in Science Daily stated. Their design features a compact fusion reactor with an […]
01/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Turtles remain threatened by plastic pollution: Microplastics have been found deep within the sand where the sluggish reptiles lay their eggs
The next time you take a trip to the Mediterranean, you may want to think twice about hitting the famous beaches of the region. A U.K. study warned that microplastic pollution is so prevalent in Mediterranean waters, they are contaminating the sand of coastal areas, an article in the University of Exeter news page reported. […]
01/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Peppermint essential oil exhibits powerful antifungal activity
Peppermint isn’t just a spice that imbues meals with a cool, peppery flavor. Indian researchers believe the essential oil of the plant can serve as a natural fungicide for Fusarium head blight. The blight is caused by the pathogenic fungi Fusarium sporotrichioides. This common plant disease targets important cereal crops, including barley, maize, oats, rice, and […]
01/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Researchers find a non-toxic, green alternative for synthetic antioxidants in biodiesel production
The heart-leaved moonseed (Tinospora cordifolia) has long been used as a medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine. Its healing properties are partly attributed to its high concentration of phenolic compounds. Indian researchers reported that these same natural antioxidants make moonseed a potential fuel additive that can improve the performance of biodiesels. Biodiesels are diesel-type alternative fuels […]
12/29/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Mosquitoes and other insects found to spread microplastics pollution throughout the food web
Mosquitoes and other insects could be carrying an unexpected and completely different type of toxin in their bodies. A new study from the United Kingdom warned that these bugs could turn out to be carriers for microplastic pollution, stated a Scientific American article. The study found that mosquito larvae will swallow tiny bits of plastic waste […]
12/18/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Plastic pollution threatening the health of baby sea turtles
Think twice before tossing that tiny bit of plastic away. The BBC reported on the results of a new study, which warned that a single piece of plastic was all it took to kill a sea turtle, especially if it was a young animal. Australian researchers have estimated that a turtle which eats just one […]
12/15/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New research finds that 500 years of over-exploitation has halved the mammal populations in South America’s Atlantic Forest
What nature took thousands of years to cultivate and maintain, humankind has torn down in mere centuries. A new U.K.-led analysis has found that many of the mammals dwelling in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest are now down to half their numbers after 500 years of relentless exploitation by humans. An article in Science Daily reported the results of the study, […]
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